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Chapter 19 | Dark Innocence

Chapter 19 | Dark Innocence

"What if I never forget you? What if, all my life, when I meet someone new, I can never fall for them because they aren't you?" -ig post

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Green-eyed monster? Does that mean...

My eyes widened as I finally made a connection between what he said. His eyes slowly widened as he realized what he had said. "Shit, ignore what I said. I... I didn't mean it... Really." A flustered look appeared on his face as he tried to defend himself.

Laughing at his reaction, I replied, "Well, I would love to see you turn green." Rolling his eyes, I continued chuckling at him.

Chewing his pancake, he turned to me, eyes meeting mine as he changed the subject,"So... Would you like to carry out this plan?"

I nodded my head. "When do you want to carry out this plan?"

"Hm... Maybe you could call him today? Then arrange for a meet up tomorrow." He said, eyebrows furrowing, deep in thought. His eyes looked distant from the present, making me feel the urge to want to discover what he was thinking.

I nodded before turning to give him a joking smirk before replying,"I don't mind..." I paused for a moment for effect before continuing with a wider smirk, "But the green-eyed monster seems to mind."

He scowled before picking up the napkin from the table and wiping his mouth, carrying his plate to the sink. I smirked before carrying mine there too. He then started washing the dishes as I stood behind him, his bare upper part of the body shimmering before me.

I immediately diverted my gaze, hoping to reduce the temptation. "Let me help you do the dishes." I said slowly, inching towards him as he moved to the side slightly, giving me some space to wash.

As I scrubbed, he merely stood at the side, arms crossed as he leaned against the sink, an awful smirk on his face. I side-glared at him, only to make the smirk on his face grow bigger.

DING!

Both our phones beeped. We exchanged glances as Adam reached into his pocket, pulling out his phone. A dark expression filled his face as he fiddled around with his phone, leaving me tapping my feet impatiently.

"A message from Boss Jimmy..." He trailed off slowly. It may be 2 words Boss Jimmy, but that was enough to send my heart slamming against my chest as a feeling of doom filled my heart.

"What did he say?" I whispered, sounding like a whimpering puppy as I glanced at Adam, a worried and anxious expression forming on my face.

Why was I whispering?

I could feel the fear and anxiousness brimming within me, sending my heart flying in all directions.

"He said... He said he would let our siblings go if we complete this mission successfully!"

My eyes immediately widened in joy as a smile spread throughout my face. Unable to contain my emotions, I gave Adam a quick hug as I felt tears of happiness well up in my eyes. I could see his eyes sparkling as well, a feeling of thankfulness swelling in our hearts.

Finally.

After 18 damn years.

A chuckle escaped from his lips as he placed an arm around my shoulder, guiding me to my room.

"I'll let you decide when you feel comfortable in contacting Nicholas again. Take your time." He turned to face me, giving me an assuring smile when we reached my room.

I nodded back, waving him goodbye as he gave me a smile before closing the door halfway before he poked his head back in again.

"After all these shit is over, we'll go and celebrate together, okay?" He gave me a quick wink as I nodded before he smiled back, closing the door gently, sending a happy feeling coursing through me.

"Okay. As long as I still spend time with you after this. Okay." I whispered softly to myself, feeling warmth flutter in my heart.

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There I was, sitting on my bed cross-legged, a sulking expression my face. Exasperated, I threw my hands above my head before grabbing my pillow and slumping on the bed, throwing the pillow over my head. I groaned, flinging the pillow to the floor.

How do I phrase this to Nicholas??

Aghh.

Frustrated, I just grabbed my phone as I clicked his number, nervousness slowly sinking in. This is a bad idea... This is a ba-

"Hello?" A voice from the other side of the line sounded, sending anger and nervousness bubbling inside of me.

"Hello Nicholas, I... I was thinking... Uh.." I stuttered, immediately blaming myself for stuttering.

Damn, how do you put this??

Groaning internally, I finally gushed in one breath,"I-was-thinking-if-we-could-start-all-over-again."

Agh. I felt a little frustration at myself for saying all those things that I don't actually mean to him. I am a person who will only say things I truly mean. For example, if I say I miss you, I truly mean it unlike some people who say it for the sake of it.

However, I forced myself to carry on this act. For me. For Adam. Faking a longing tone, I tried to listen patiently to him.

"Yes babe, you finally get me... I've been wanting to get back together for what seem like ages... Would you like to meetup?" He said, an excited tone filling his voice.

Babe? Seriously?

I rolled my eyes in total disgust. Yet, I pressed myself to continue my act. "Sure thing. Is tomorrow possible?" I said through gritted teeth, trying to sound as sweet as possible.

"Sure thing! Can we meet at my house? My parents are not home as they are holidaying in London." He asked.

"Okay." I replied simply.

"See you tomorrow." He replied, sending shivers down my spine.

The bad kind of shivers.

Not the kind Adam sends me.

Hanging up, I sighed deeply, shaking my head. "I'm so dead tomorrow..." I muttered under my breath.

"No you're not. I'll be stalking you." A voice sounded from behind, making a soft yelp escape from my lips.

Turning around, I came to see Adam leaning against the door frame, arms crossed as a smirk tugged at his lips.

I frowned.

"What did he say?" Adam asked, walking towards me bed as he sat down beside me.

Sighing, I told him everything Nicholas said.

"'Babe'. Wow, I should really learn from him." Adam said, a smirk crossing his face as soon as I finished telling him our entire conversation.

I rolled my eyes. "That's not the main point." Sudden realization hit upon me. "How are you gonna stalk me and help me kill him if we are meeting at his bloody house?" I asked, starting to panic.

"I have my ways." He replied mysteriously, giving me a not-so-innocent smile.

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